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Current events and information from Charlotte Fire. Follow @charlottefd for incident-related information. In the event of an emergency please call 911.
Charlotte, NC
Joined January 2009
Charlotte Fire is assisting with escort and safety support for the Buddhist Monk Walk for Peace as the journey moves through our region. Initial coordination took place along the North and South Carolina border, with Charlotte Fire crews continuing to support the walk through
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We are aware of a nationwide cell phone outage affecting multiple carriers that may be impacting the ability to call 911. If you need to call 911, please keep trying, use a landline, or ask a neighbor to call. You can also visit a fire station or police station for help.
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When the Carolina Panthers wanted to include Charlotte’s superheroes on the Sound The Drum tour, they came to Charlotte Fire. Now it’s time to Sound The Drum for today’s playoff matchup against the Rams. We’re all in for the @Panthers
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Introducing Variations One visual is all you need to create complete narratives. Turn a single image into multiple frames, build a storyboard, and animate it into a full video Now available on Freepik
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Today, Charlotte Fire recognizes Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and extends our sincere thanks to the men and women of the @CMPD and to law enforcement professionals everywhere. Your commitment to service, professionalism, and the safety of our community does not go unnoticed.
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The @Panthers Sir Purr showed up at Firehouse 4…with ropes and playoff energy. This is just the setup. Part two is coming.
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Charlotte Fire is proud to announce the promotion of several members who continue to lead with excellence and dedication to service. Congratulations to Charles Horne and Matthew Honaker on their promotion to Division Chief, and to Derrick Foltz and Michael Cox on their promotion
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Firehouse 30 is officially placed into service. Located at 3019 Beam Road, the new firehouse strengthens emergency response in the airport and Steele Creek area and becomes @CLTgov first all-electric firehouse. Read more about Firehouse 30, its history, and what it means for
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Today marked an important milestone for Charlotte Fire as Firehouse 30 was officially placed into service during a traditional uncoupling ceremony. The event brought together @CLTgov leadership, firefighters, community members, and past leaders of this department. We were
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In 2025, Charlotte Fire responded to 126,079 emergency incidents across our city. On average, roughly every five minutes, a Charlotte fire truck is responding to assist someone in need. Behind each response is a firefighter committed to protecting life, property, and the
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Charlotte Fire extends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Michael Miles, and to the entire @CMPD family. We stand with our brothers and sisters in law enforcement during this difficult time and keep Officer Miles’ loved ones in our thoughts.
It is with heavy hearts that we share the unexpected passing of Officer Michael Miles. Officer Miles joined the CMPD family on October 15, 2012. For over 13 years, he served in the Freedom Division with unwavering professionalism and dedication. Beyond his patrol duties, Officer
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Emergency vehicle driver training is about more than cones and turns. It is about preparing firefighters to safely move large apparatus through a growing city, crowded streets, and unpredictable traffic. Charlotte Fire Engineer Ray Murphy from Engine 18 at Firehouse 18 explains
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Charlotte Fire Captain Lee Bright spent more than two decades preparing for the emergencies firefighters expect. What he did not expect was a rare cancer discovered during a routine department physical. Bright was diagnosed with thymic carcinoma, an exceptionally uncommon cancer
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Congratulations to Deputy Chief Pete Skeris, who has accepted the position of Fire Chief for the Grand Junction Fire Department in Colorado. Chief Skeris will begin his new role on February 17, 2026. His selection reflects the confidence placed in his leadership,
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A New Year’s countdown, built the Charlotte Fire way. Firefighter tools, rescue crews, and a little creativity as we count down from 10 to 1. Happy New Year from Charlotte Fire. Enjoy the celebration and stay safe tonight.
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Firefighters unloading hundreds of donated coats during the @wsoctv annual Coats for Kids collection is a powerful reminder of what community looks like. These coats came from people who stopped by Charlotte Firehouses to help their neighbors. With temperatures below freezing,
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A tradition you can still see, feel, and climb. At Charlotte Fire, the pompier ladder remains part of recruit training not because it is used on today’s firegrounds, but because of what it represents. Focus. Trust. Discipline. And a connection to the firefighters who came
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A little holiday spirit from the newest members of our Charlotte Fire family. Recruit Class 134 brought the Christmas cheer, a few laughs, and a reminder that this season is about togetherness. From all of us at Charlotte Fire, we wish you a Merry Christmas.
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’Twas the night before Christmas, the season on display, Charlotte Fire’s Santa waved, spreading cheer along the way.
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What does holiday spirit look like at 12 stories high? Charlotte Firefighters rappelled down the side of @LevineChildrens dressed as Santa, elves, and the Grinch, waving into hospital windows and lifting the spirits of kids and families who needed it most. This isn’t a response
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A holiday tradition can turn dangerous in seconds. To show how quickly a fire can start and spread, the Charlotte Fire Investigation Task Force recreated a living room setting using a common household candle placed near wrapped presents by a Christmas tree. When the candle fell,
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